The Book Show - John Irving - The Chairlift (encore airing)

October 03, 2023 00:27:26
The Book Show - John Irving - The Chairlift (encore airing)
The Book Show
The Book Show - John Irving - The Chairlift (encore airing)

Oct 03 2023 | 00:27:26

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Show Notes

John Irving has written some of the most acclaimed books of our time, among them: “The World According to Garp,” “A Widow for One Year,” “A Prayer for Owen Meany” and “The Cider House Rules.” He now returns with his first novel in seven years “The Last Chairlift.”

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